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Schwinn 430 Troubleshooting Manual
Schwinn 430 Troubleshooting Manual

Schwinn 430 Troubleshooting Manual

Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted

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3/12/24, 9:57 AM
Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted?
Follow this troubleshooting guide to help resolve resistance issues on your Schwinn 430 Elliptical.
Some common complaints may include:
Resistance isn't changing
Can't adjust resistance
Resistance buttons not working
Too easy to pedal
Too difficult to pedal
 
Follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue
 
Tools you may need:
Phillips head screwdriver
Flathead screwdriver
(2) 6mm hex/Allen wrenches or the wrench from the
hardware card included with your machine
Voltmeter
1.
Inspect the cables at the console. Unplug your machine from power. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the 4
screws connecting the console to the mast and lift the console/handlebars up to expose the cables (reference 1).
Disconnect and inspect the cables and connections coming from the console and the frame for damage, such as
crimps, cuts, or bent pins. If the cables are undamaged, plug them back in, ensuring they are oriented in the correct
direction, and retest your machine [12763.A]. If the console is damaged,
coming from the frame is damaged,
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Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted?
order a Mast
Cable [12763.C].
(Reference 1)
order a
Console [12763.B]. If the cable
ID: 12763.1
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  • Page 1 Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? ID: 12763.1 Follow this troubleshooting guide to help resolve resistance issues on your Schwinn 430 Elliptical. Some common complaints may include: Resistance isn't changing...
  • Page 2 3/12/24, 9:57 AM Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? The bolts circled in red need to be removed to access the cables between the console and the console mast. Inspect the cables circled in teal for damage.
  • Page 3 3/12/24, 9:57 AM Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? The mast to servo cable is highlighted in red and the servo motor is labeled 'A.' Inspect the entire length for damage and a secure connection. With the shrouds still removed, plug your machine back in and use the console to begin a workout. Adjust the resistance level using the Quick Resistance and/or increase/decrease buttons (reference 3).
  • Page 4 3/12/24, 9:57 AM Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? Start a workout and attempt to increase the resistance using the buttons circled in red. Listen for servo motor movement. (Reference 4) The servo motor is circled in red. Watch the motor for movement as you adjust the resistance.
  • Page 5 3/12/24, 9:57 AM Schwinn 430:  Why is the resistance not changing when adjusted? If the servo motor is not responding appropriately to console commands, test the cable from the servo motor with a voltmeter. Measure the black and red wires - the black lead should go to the black wire and the red lead should go to the red wire.
  • Page 6 A Customer Care Agent will be able to assess your current warranty eligibility and provide you with your options. Please note that if you did not purchase your machine directly from BowFlex, Schwinn, or Nautilus, we will need a copy of your purchase receipt in order to register your machine for warranty.